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Volume 123, Issue 3

September 2001

ISSN 1050-0472

EISSN 1528-9001

Technical Papers

Optimism vs. Pessimism: Design Decisions in the Face of Process Capability Uncertainty

Anna C. Thornton, Assistant Professor,

J. Mech. Des. September 2001, 123(3): 313–321. doi: https://doi.org/10.1115/1.1371774

Abstract

View articletitled, Optimism vs. Pessimism: Design Decisions in the Face of Process Capability Uncertainty

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Topics: Design , Uncertainty , Manufacturing , Failure

Application of Design Axioms for Glass Bulb Design and Software Development for Design Automation

Sung-Hee Do, Gyung-Jin Park

J. Mech. Des. September 2001, 123(3): 322–329. doi: https://doi.org/10.1115/1.1372705

Abstract

View articletitled, Application of Design Axioms for Glass Bulb Design and Software Development for Design Automation

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Topics: Design , Glass , Computer software

Automated Layout Generation and Wiring Area Estimation for 3D Electronic Modules

Mike Scha¨fer, Thomas Lengauer

J. Mech. Des. September 2001, 123(3): 330–336. doi: https://doi.org/10.1115/1.1371478

Abstract

View articletitled, Automated Layout Generation and Wiring Area Estimation for 3D Electronic Modules

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Topics: Electrical wires

Feature Based Fabrication in Layered Manufacturing

Xiaoping Qian, Debasish Dutta

J. Mech. Des. September 2001, 123(3): 337–345. doi: https://doi.org/10.1115/1.1377282

Abstract

View articletitled, Feature Based Fabrication in Layered Manufacturing

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Topics: Algorithms , Manufacturing

Corner-Filleted Flexure Hinges

Nicolae Lobontiu, Jeffrey S. N. Paine, Ephrahim Garcia, Michael Goldfarb

J. Mech. Des. September 2001, 123(3): 346–352. doi: https://doi.org/10.1115/1.1372190

Abstract

View articletitled, Corner-Filleted Flexure Hinges

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Topics: Bending (Stress) , Corners (Structural elements) , Hinges , Stress , Rotation , Finite element analysis

A Classification of Spatial Stiffness Based on the Degree of Translational–Rotational Coupling

Shuguang Huang, Joseph M. Schimmels

J. Mech. Des. September 2001, 123(3): 353–358. doi: https://doi.org/10.1115/1.1374197

Abstract

View articletitled, A Classification of Spatial Stiffness Based on the Degree of Translational–Rotational Coupling

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Topics: Stiffness

Kinematic Synthesis of Spatial R-R Dyads for Path Following With Applications to Coupled Serial Chain Mechanisms

Venkat Krovi, G. K. Ananthasuresh, Vijay Kumar

J. Mech. Des. September 2001, 123(3): 359–366. doi: https://doi.org/10.1115/1.1370977

Abstract

View articletitled, Kinematic Synthesis of Spatial R-R Dyads for Path Following With Applications to Coupled Serial Chain Mechanisms

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Topics: Chain , Design , Kinematics , Optimization , Rotation , Linear systems

Analysis of Underactuated Mechanical Grippers

Serge Montambault, Cle´ment M. Gosselin

J. Mech. Des. September 2001, 123(3): 367–374. doi: https://doi.org/10.1115/1.1374198

Abstract

View articletitled, Analysis of Underactuated Mechanical Grippers

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Topics: Actuators , Design , Grasping , Grippers , Kinematics , Modeling , Pinch effect , Springs , Torque

Kinetostatic Modeling of N-DOF Parallel Mechanisms With a Passive Constraining Leg and Prismatic Actuators

Dan Zhang, Cle´ment M. Gosselin

J. Mech. Des. September 2001, 123(3): 375–381. doi: https://doi.org/10.1115/1.1370976

Abstract

View articletitled, Kinetostatic Modeling of N-DOF Parallel Mechanisms With a Passive Constraining Leg and Prismatic Actuators

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Topics: Actuators , Parallel mechanisms , Stiffness , Jacobian matrices , Kinematics , Degrees of freedom

Solving the Kinematics of Planar Mechanisms by Dixon Determinant and a Complex-Plane Formulation

Charles W. Wampler

J. Mech. Des. September 2001, 123(3): 382–387. doi: https://doi.org/10.1115/1.1372192

Abstract

View articletitled, Solving the Kinematics of Planar Mechanisms by Dixon Determinant and a Complex-Plane Formulation

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Topics: Eigenvalues , Kinematics , Linkages , Polynomials

Approximate Velocities in Mixed Exact-Approximate Position Synthesis of Planar Mechanisms

Jennifer E. Holte, Thomas R. Chase, Arthur G. Erdman

J. Mech. Des. September 2001, 123(3): 388–394. doi: https://doi.org/10.1115/1.1370978

Abstract

View articletitled, Approximate Velocities in Mixed Exact-Approximate Position Synthesis of Planar Mechanisms

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Topics: Design

A Dynamic Analysis of the Oscillations in a Chain Drive

I. Troedsson, L. Vedmar

J. Mech. Des. September 2001, 123(3): 395–401. doi: https://doi.org/10.1115/1.1374196

Abstract

View articletitled, A Dynamic Analysis of the Oscillations in a Chain Drive

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Topics: Chain , Drive chain , Oscillations , Rollers , Inertia (Mechanics)

Compression Load Dynamics in a Special Helical Blower: A Modeling Improvement

Giovanni Mimmi, Paolo Pennacchi

J. Mech. Des. September 2001, 123(3): 402–407. doi: https://doi.org/10.1115/1.1377016

Abstract

View articletitled, Compression Load Dynamics in a Special Helical Blower: A Modeling Improvement

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Topics: Compression , Pressure , Rotation , Rotors , Stress , Fluids

Effect of Internal Gear Flexibility on the Quasi-Static Behavior of a Planetary Gear Set

Ahmet Kahraman, Director, Sandeep Vijayakar

J. Mech. Des. September 2001, 123(3): 408–415. doi: https://doi.org/10.1115/1.1371477

Abstract

View articletitled, Effect of Internal Gear Flexibility on the Quasi-Static Behavior of a Planetary Gear Set

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Topics: Gears , Planetary gears , Stress , Deflection , Sun gears , Deformation , Design

Gear Parameters for Specified Deflections

David B. Dooner, Roberto A. Santana

J. Mech. Des. September 2001, 123(3): 416–421. doi: https://doi.org/10.1115/1.1377281

Abstract

View articletitled, Gear Parameters for Specified Deflections

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Topics: Deflection , Gears , Rotation

Modeling and Detection of Localized Tooth Defects in Geared Systems

M. El Badaoui, V. Cahouet, F. Guillet, J. Danie`re, P. Velex, Mem. ASME

J. Mech. Des. September 2001, 123(3): 422–430. doi: https://doi.org/10.1115/1.1349420

Abstract

View articletitled, Modeling and Detection of Localized Tooth Defects in Geared Systems

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Topics: Bearings , Degrees of freedom , Equations of motion , Failure , Gears , Helical gears , Modeling , Signals , Vibration , Stiffness

An Experimental Investigation of Bending Fatigue Initiation and Propagation Lives

Avinash Singh

J. Mech. Des. September 2001, 123(3): 431–435. doi: https://doi.org/10.1115/1.1370496

Abstract

View articletitled, An Experimental Investigation of Bending Fatigue Initiation and Propagation Lives

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Topics: Crack propagation , Fatigue , Fracture (Materials) , Stress , Damage , Acoustic emissions , Fatigue cracks , Fatigue life , Gears

Fundamental Characteristics of a New Variable Torque Clutch With Skewed Rollers

Ming Feng, Kyosuke Ono, Kenji Mimura

J. Mech. Des. September 2001, 123(3): 436–446. doi: https://doi.org/10.1115/1.1372191

Abstract

View articletitled, Fundamental Characteristics of a New Variable Torque Clutch With Skewed Rollers

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Topics: Rollers , Torque

Designing a Control and Containment Device for Cradle-Mounted, Transverse-Actuated Swash Plates

Noah D. Manring

J. Mech. Des. September 2001, 123(3): 447–455. doi: https://doi.org/10.1115/1.1371775

Abstract

View articletitled, Designing a Control and Containment Device for Cradle-Mounted, Transverse-Actuated Swash Plates

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Topics: Bearings , Containment , Design , High pressure (Physics) , Pistons , Pressure , Pumps , Stress , Machinery

Rotary Shouldered Thread Connections: Working Limits Under Combined Static Loading

S. Baragetti, A. Baryshnikov

J. Mech. Des. September 2001, 123(3): 456–463. doi: https://doi.org/10.1115/1.1371476

Abstract

View articletitled, Rotary Shouldered Thread Connections: Working Limits Under Combined Static Loading

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Topics: Separation (Technology) , Stress , Thread , Torque , Tension , American Petroleum Institute

Technical Briefs

A Pseudo-Rigid-Body Model for Initially-Curved Pinned-Pinned Segments Used in Compliant Mechanisms

Brian T. Edwards,, Brian D. Jensen,, Larry L. Howell

J. Mech. Des. September 2001, 123(3): 464–468. doi: https://doi.org/10.1115/1.1376396

Abstract

View articletitled, A Pseudo-Rigid-Body Model for Initially-Curved Pinned-Pinned Segments Used in Compliant Mechanisms

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Topics: Compliant mechanisms , Deflection , Elastic constants , Springs , Kinematics , Stiffness

A Special Type of Crank Mechanism With Variable Stroke

Giovanni Mimmi, Paolo Pennacchi

J. Mech. Des. September 2001, 123(3): 468–472. doi: https://doi.org/10.1115/1.1376397

Abstract

View articletitled, A Special Type of Crank Mechanism With Variable Stroke

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Topics: Pistons , Rotation

Book Review

Introduzione alla Cinematica dei Meccanismi

Augusto Di Benedetto and, Ettore Pennestrı`, Giovanni Bianchi,, Reviewer

J. Mech. Des. September 2001, 123(3): 473. doi: https://doi.org/10.1115/1.1403435

Abstract

View articletitled, Introduzione alla Cinematica dei Meccanismi

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Topics: Kinematics , Mechanical engineering computing

Technical Papers

Optimism vs. Pessimism: Design Decisions in the Face of Process Capability Uncertainty

Application of Design Axioms for Glass Bulb Design and Software Development for Design Automation

Automated Layout Generation and Wiring Area Estimation for 3D Electronic Modules

Feature Based Fabrication in Layered Manufacturing

Corner-Filleted Flexure Hinges

A Classification of Spatial Stiffness Based on the Degree of Translational–Rotational Coupling

Kinematic Synthesis of Spatial R-R Dyads for Path Following With Applications to Coupled Serial Chain Mechanisms

Analysis of Underactuated Mechanical Grippers

Kinetostatic Modeling of N-DOF Parallel Mechanisms With a Passive Constraining Leg and Prismatic Actuators

Solving the Kinematics of Planar Mechanisms by Dixon Determinant and a Complex-Plane Formulation

Approximate Velocities in Mixed Exact-Approximate Position Synthesis of Planar Mechanisms

A Dynamic Analysis of the Oscillations in a Chain Drive

Compression Load Dynamics in a Special Helical Blower: A Modeling Improvement

Effect of Internal Gear Flexibility on the Quasi-Static Behavior of a Planetary Gear Set

Gear Parameters for Specified Deflections

Modeling and Detection of Localized Tooth Defects in Geared Systems

An Experimental Investigation of Bending Fatigue Initiation and Propagation Lives

Fundamental Characteristics of a New Variable Torque Clutch With Skewed Rollers

Designing a Control and Containment Device for Cradle-Mounted, Transverse-Actuated Swash Plates

Rotary Shouldered Thread Connections: Working Limits Under Combined Static Loading

Technical Briefs

A Pseudo-Rigid-Body Model for Initially-Curved Pinned-Pinned Segments Used in Compliant Mechanisms

A Special Type of Crank Mechanism With Variable Stroke

Book Review

Introduzione alla Cinematica dei Meccanismi

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